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Artromick Names Edwin Miller President of Software Products Group.
20-Year Software Development Veteran Brings Proven Software as a Service Innovation and Customer-Focused Approach to Industry-Leading eMAR Provider.

COLUMBUS, OHIO, FEB. 26 -- Artromick International, Inc., a leading developer of medication management and healthcare technology solutions for the long-term and acute care markets, today announced Edwin Miller has joined the company as president of its Software Products Group. In his new role, Miller is responsible for the successful deployment of Artromick's electronic medication administration record (eMAR) solution and development of planned software products. He will report to Chief Executive Officer William Shields.

"Artromick is dedicated to delivering our long-term and acute care customers innovative products that support high quality patient care, reduce medical errors and improve efficiency and workflow," said Artromick CEO William Shields. "With 20 years of software development experience and demonstrated success developing and supporting mission critical healthcare IT solutions, Ed is the ideal addition to our management team. He has the leadership and technical skills to help Artromick take our eMAR offering to the next level and ensure success of future software offerings."

Miller brings more than 15 years of healthcare IT management and development experience to Artromick, including more than a decade developing clinical applications for physician practices, such as electronic medical records (EMRs) and clinical workflow systems. Under his leadership, he delivered Software as a Service offerings that ensured wide accessibility and dependability at the point of care.

Prior to joining Artromick he was with athenahealth, a leading provider of Internet-based business services for physician practices. At athenahealth, Miller was vice president of athenaClinicals, where he developed the EMR industry's first on-demand business model. Under his leadership, athenaClinicals achieved consistently high customer referenceability and improved patient care.
Prior to athenahealth, Miller was chief technology officer of digiChart, a leading provider of healthcare information technology solutions and services for obstetrics and gynecology. At digiChart, Miller led the development of a Microsoft .NET-based EMR product for OB-GYN physicians and in-patient labor and delivery, and oversaw the transformation of the company from a physician practice management vendor to a software development company.

"Artromick has fostered the success of institutional pharmacy providers through innovative products that enhance resident and patient care for more than 35 years. With its dynamic workflow and user experience, the company is applying this same approach to its eMAR offering," Miller said. "I look forward to incorporating my customer-accountable service methodology and technical expertise to help the Software Products Group and eMAR offering flourish as the market leader. Together we will continue to build a software group that leverages technology, service and accountability for customer success."

Miller received his MBA from the Owen Graduate School of Management at Vanderbilt University.

About Artromick International, Inc.
Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Artromick develops and markets a comprehensive line of mobile computing carts, medication control systems and healthcare technology solutions for long-term and acute care providers worldwide. For more information, please contact Artromick at (800) 848-6462 or visit http://www.artromick.com.

Artromick Aligns with McKesson to Enhance Medication Safety at the Patient's Bedside.
Strategic Relationship Combines Leading Mobile Computing Workstations with Unique Integration Software to Give Nurses More Time with Patients.

COLUMBUS, OHIO, FEB. 26 -- Artromick, a leading developer of medication management and healthcare technology solutions for the long-term and acute care markets, today announced an exclusive referral agreement with McKesson Automation, Inc., a division of McKesson, the world's largest healthcare services, automation and information technology company. Artromick is now McKesson's vendor of choice for hospitals that need effective, easy-to- use, point-of-care mobile computing solutions to deliver its CarePoint Connect(TM) software.

Offered exclusively from McKesson, CarePoint Connect fully integrates a hospital's bar-code point-of-care (BPOC) system and Pharmacy Information System (PIS) with the AcuDose-Rx(R) automated dispensing cabinets on a mobile medication cart, right at the patient's bedside.

This unique integration software gives nurses "anywhere/anytime" access to key clinical information; reduces dispensing time at the medication cabinet by quickly identifying the location of each patient's medications; ensures accuracy and saves nurses time on medication administration and clinical documentation, all of which enable more time for direct patient care.

"Hospitals have come to expect high-quality, reliable and innovative products from McKesson Automation, Inc. to help their clinicians provide the best patient care, and Artromick mobile computing solutions will seamlessly fit with those expectations," said Paul Guth, president and COO of Artromick. "We look forward to a long relationship with McKesson and its customers, helping them access, record and manage patient information at the point-of- care, in a patient's room or really, anywhere in the facility."

"This agreement with Artromick demonstrates our ongoing commitment to enhance patient safety from the bedside to the loading dock. Artromick offers an extensive line of mobile computing solutions that work with CarePoint Connect to drive nursing efficiency and improve patient safety," said Dave Souerwine, president of the Automation Solutions Group of McKesson.

Hospitals can choose from among Artromick's extensive line of mobile computing solutions, including its latest workstation, the new NX10 Mobile Computing Workstation. This point-of-care computing cart is a flexible, light- weight and cost-effective solution that helps hospitals achieve their patient safety goals.

About McKesson
McKesson Corporation, currently ranked 18th on the FORTUNE 500, is a healthcare services and healthcare information technology company dedicated to helping its customers deliver high-quality healthcare by reducing costs, streamlining processes, and improving the quality and safety of patient care. McKesson is the longest-operating company in healthcare today, and will mark 175 years of continuous operations in 2008. Over the course of its history, McKesson has grown by providing pharmaceutical and medical-surgical supply management across the spectrum of care; healthcare information technology for hospitals, physicians, homecare and payors; hospital and retail pharmacy automation; and services for manufacturers and payors designed to improve outcomes for patients. For more information, visit http://www.mckesson.com.

Artromick Names LTC Pharmacy Veteran William Shields CEO
CEO & Company Founder J.M. Romick Retires Maintaining Board of Directors Post

COLUMBUS, OHIO—January 7, 2008—Artromick, a leading developer of medication management and healthcare technology solutions for the long-term and acute care markets, today appointed William G. Shields chief executive officer. Former CEO and founder J.M. Romick retires from the company while remaining an active member of the board of directors.

“J.M. Romick has been a guiding force behind Artromick for more than three decades. The executive team and I are committed to continuing his legacy of delivering the products, innovation and service on which Artromick customers depend,” said Shields. “This is an exciting time to join Artromick. I look forward to helping integrate the company’s long-term and acute care products while expanding initiatives in mobile computing, eMAR, and pharmacy automation.”

A pharmacist by training, Shields brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in the institutional pharmacy sector. Most recently he was senior vice president of strategic initiatives at AmerisourceBergen, one of the nation’s largest pharmaceutical services providers. Prior to AmerisouceBergen, Shields was president of PharMerica, the nation's second largest institutional pharmacy provider. During his tenure, he drove increases in PharMerica's sales revenue, productivity and customer satisfaction. Shields has also held management positions at Neighborcare and Fay's Drugs Company.

“Good companies are made of good people, and for 36 years I have had the privilege to work with a talented and dedicated team of colleagues here at Artromick. Together we saw the business grow from a provider of medication carts to a company that today offers complete medication management and healthcare technology solutions for customers worldwide,” said Romick. “I know Bill’s experience, leadership skills and focus are an ideal fit for Artromick, and I look forward to remaining an active part of the company’s future success.”

Romick founded Artromick in 1972 to provide innovative medication handling systems to hospitals and long-term care facilities. Artromick medication carts, furniture, medication administration systems and mobile computer carts are all designed with the common goal of improving nurse efficiency, ensuring medication compliance and eliminating medication waste. He holds over 20 patents associated with Artromick product solutions and grew the company to a global organization with more than 200 employees serving more than 5,000 customers worldwide.

Artromick’s product line has steadily expanded and diversified to continually meet the challenges of new and unique care settings, all while maintaining its original focus of assisting nursing and pharmacy providers with high quality, innovative medication handling solutions enabling the highest levels of patient care.

About Artromick
Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Artromick develops and markets a comprehensive line of mobile computing carts, medication control systems and healthcare technology solutions for long-term and acute care providers worldwide. For more information, please contact Artromick at (800) 848-6462 or visit www.artromick.com.

Artromick Introduces NX10 Mobile Computing WorkStation
Latest Mobile Computing Platform 20 Percent Lighter for Improved Maneuverability; 90 Percent Efficient Power System Delivers Extended Run Times

COLUMBUS, OHIO—August 1, 2007—Artromick, a leading developer of medication management and healthcare technology solutions for the long-term and acute care markets, today announced the general availability of the NX10 Mobile Computing WorkStation. Artromick’s new point-of-care computing cart delivers a flexible, light weight, and cost effective solution for bedside data management that greatly benefits nurses, information technology staff and administrators.

“The best clinical data management application is ineffective if it is not easily accessible at the point-of-care,” said Artromick CEO J.M. Romick. “With more than 35 years experience developing medical carts, Artromick understands what our mobile computing customers need. Our new NX10 WorkStation delivers high-performance processing, a robust power system and ease of use for nursing and IT staff alike.”

The NX10 WorkStation is lightweight—more than 20 percent lighter than the previous product releases—with a stable and trim-line footprint making it easy for nursing staff to maneuver through the most crowded corridors and patient rooms. With an ample 15.5” x 21” work area, configurable secure storage area, and a variety of accessories including scanner holders, cup holders, mouse trays, IV poles and more, the NX10 WorkStation can be easily customized even once implemented in the facility.

The NX10 WorkStation supports laptop, all-in-one PC, or thin-client solutions and is designed to provide IT staff with easy access to internal cable routing and peripherals.

With a high resolution 17” monitor, it can accommodate a variety of laptop models from leading manufacturers including Dell, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Panasonic and Toshiba.

All-in-one PC solutions are powerful, durable and support the latest point-of-care workflow solutions available today.

When configured for thin-client operation, the NX10 WorkStation can support a variety of brands including Neoware and WYSE.

Smart Power Management Means Smart Saving
“Long battery life and sufficient power output are central to an effective mobile computing solution. Hospital staff need to access point-of-care solutions where and when they need them. Carts that constantly need to be charged are more trouble than they are worth,” said Artromick Vice President of Product Development Tim Friar. “The NX10 WorkStation delivers a dependable, efficient power system that our customers can rely on without worrying whether they have enough power to complete a task or finish the shift.”

Artromick has made innovative breakthroughs in power management, improving the battery usage efficiency of the NX10 WorkStation. Today, the NX10 Workstation delivers better than 90 percent efficiency resulting in a nine percent run time increase. In addition, the NX10 WorkStation offers 91 percent battery recharge efficiency for shorter recharge times.

Pricing & Availability
The NX10 Workstation is available today; a configuration of monitor, keyboard, power system and mouse begins at $3,000. To learn more about the NX10 WorkStation please visit www.artromick.com or call (800) 848-6462.

About Artromick International, Inc.
Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Artromick International develops a comprehensive line of mobile computing carts, medication control systems and healthcare technology solutions for long-term and acute care facilities worldwide. For more information, please contact Artromick at (800) 848-6462 or visit www.artromick.com.

New Brand Identity Reflects Artromick’s Expansion of Expertise

COLUMBUS, OHIO May 23, 2007 – Artromick, a leading developer of medication management solutions for over 36-years to both the long-term care and acute care markets, announced today it has launched a new brand identity and strategic marketing communications initiative.

J.M Romick, founder of Artromick, summarized the new brand launch saying, “Artromick has led through innovation since 1972. Until now, we’ve always been recognized as a leading provider to the long-term care market. Today, Artromick provides leading edge technology solutions to both long-term care and hospital facilities. We’ve gone way beyond basic carts and packaging—software, mobile computing, pharmacy automation and the latest cart solutions are now the fabric of this company. We thought it appropriate for our brand image to change and reflect our current expertise and leadership.”

In February 2005, Artromick launched its own line of mobile computing cart products for hospitals at the HIMSS Annual Convention. Last November, the company launched the Artromick eMAR software for nursing homes to the long-term care market, defining the benchmark for nursing home eMAR usability, function and reliability. In 2008, Artromick anticipates the market introduction of its comprehensive medication management workflow model including its pharmacy automation robotics Paxit System.

“Our new brand identity and marketing communication themes offer the market a better picture of who Artromick is today. Our cart products remain as industry standards for excellence, and we have greatly expanded our offering to give both hospitals and nursing homes the latest healthcare technology available. This is a new, fresh approach in terms of our people, how we think, and how we embrace each day as a technology provider to the healthcare markets. Our new brand identity now reflects that," stated Paul Guth, President and COO of Artromick.

Todd Ross, Marketing Director for Artromick echoed Romick’s assertion, “Everything we do is in the interest of advancing the delivery of healthcare. Artromick continues to value R&D and innovation as a means to increase workflow efficiencies and patient safety, whether in medication administration software and processes, mobile computing, or robotics automation. We have always benefited nursing homes, now patients in hospitals and extended care centers throughout the world benefit from our solutions. We are experienced, forward-thinking professionals in constant pursuit of improved healthcare delivery. That’s Artromick, and I believe our new brand identity and the theme ‘Advancing Healthcare Delivery’ reinforces our evolution and differentiation.”

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Artromick is a leading developer and marketer of medication management and healthcare technology systems. For more information, contact Artromick at (800) 848-6462 or visit www.artromick.com.

Artromick to Preview the Next-Generation Design of Mobile Computing Carts
at HIMSS07 in New Orleans

COLUMBUS, OH (February 12, 2007) – Artromick, a leading provider of medication management and mobile computer cart solutions, announced today it will preview its next generation of mobile computing carts at the HIMSS07 Conference in New Orleans later this month. At the HIMSS07 show, scheduled for February 26 – March 1, 2007, Artromick stated it will display the latest cross section of its product line including mobile workstations (COWs), mobile computing medservers with automatic relocking and secure medication storage, and computer-integrated medication carts.

“Artromick is proud to be participating in this great event and sharing information on our comprehensive product line with health IT managers and informaticists,” stated Todd R. Ross, Marketing and Business Development Director for Artromick. “Creating superior mobile computing cart solutions is our #1 goal for the acute care sector, and our next-generation of Artromick WorkStation solutions on display at HIMSS proves our commitment to continued product development and innovation.”

Artromick offers a wide range of cart solutions featuring powerful mobile computing options including All-In-One computers, thin-client systems, and a choice of methods to incorporate laptop computers. According to Tim Friar, Vice President of Product Development for Artromick, the new cart platform to be unveiled at the HIMSS07 Conference promotes “…ultra-lightweight design, a trim-line footprint and the flexibility to accommodate a wide spectrum of computing solutions. This evolution of mobile computer cart design blends the key elements of user-friendliness, stability and ergonomics at a price that provides the highest-value available.”

Paul Guth, President & COO of Artromick aims to educate the market during the exhibition in New Orleans. “Artromick knows this is a hot topic now and that health IT professionals are looking for the best solution in terms of mobile computing cart technology. HIMSS07 provides us the opportunity to display our innovative solutions and permits attendees to evaluate, compare and experience our products first hand so they can make an educated decision when it comes time to select new mobile computing cart solutions. ”

About Artromick International, Inc.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Artromick International, Incorporated is committed to advancing medication management through continuous innovation. The result is the industry's most comprehensive line of mobile computing carts and medication control systems in hospitals and extended care facilities worldwide. These products provide healthcare professionals with high quality, innovative medication management solutions so they, in turn, can provide the finest patient care possible. For more information, contact Artromick at (800) 848-6462 or visit the web site at www.artromick.com.

Chilton Memorial Hospital to Launch Innovative Compact Workstations by Artromick

POMPTON PLAINS, N.J., Feb. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Chilton Memorial Hospital, a 256-bed acute-care community hospital announced that it began utilizing 90 Artromick Mobile Computing WorkStations on January 30, 2007, starting with the Cardiac Intermediate Care Unit. The entire hospital is scheduled to be "live" with mobile computing technology by June.

The new Artromick Mobile Computing WorkStations are part of the highly secure Meditech Bedside Medication Verification (BMV) system. In which nurses use handheld barcode scanners on unit dose medications, and a patient's ID bracelet to verify the correct patient and medication. Utilizing the BMV system safeguards on mobile computing technology with the nurse's clinical expertise has enhanced patient outcomes by reducing human errors and adverse drug reactions.

Mary Rich, Chief Nurse Executive at Chilton Memorial Hospital discusses implementing the BMV system and Artromick Mobile Computing WorkStations, "Mobilizing this new technology is essential in facilitating electronic documentation at the bedside, and fulfilling Chilton's commitment to patient safety. This paperless system benefits our nursing staff in many ways, but for the patient, the combined value of a mobile computing workstation, utilized by the nurse, at the bedside is immeasurable."

The Artromick Mobile Computing WorkStation provides easy maneuverability to the point-of-care with a convenient bracket for a bar code scanner in order for the nurse to scan both the patient ID band and the medication. Accommodating a scanner, all-in-one computer, storage bin, wireless connectivity and many other accessories all on the compact Mobile Computing Workstations has significantly reduced the number of steps a nurse has to take. Furthermore, streamlining the workflow permits more time to spend on patient care. Nurses will be able to add comments in the online records for physicians to observe on the monitor when visiting the patient. The physician is able to rotate the monitor in order to view images from both a vertical and horizontal orientation. In addition, the motorized height adjustment positions the monitor and keyboard at the perfect height for comfortable use while standing or seated. Best of all, configurable mobile computing technology works in conjunction with the nurse's clinical knowledge and BMV verification system to provide reliable patient data management.

Chilton Memorial Hospital is a fully accredited, 256-bed, acute-care, community hospital. In 2007, Chilton Memorial Hospital received the HealthGrades Specialty Excellence Award in Stroke Care and was ranked in the top 5% nationwide for stroke care. Its many services include the Chilton Cancer Center, the Comprehensive Breast Center, a Cardiac Catheterization/Angiography Suite, the Family Care Center, a family-centered obstetrics program featuring home-like labor/delivery/recovery rooms, state- of-the-art Emergency Department, a pain management center, the Sleep Health Institute, a wound healing center, and a weight loss surgery program. The hospital is located at 97 West Parkway in Pompton Plains, NJ 07444. For more information about Chilton Memorial's facilities and services, or to find a doctor by name, specialty or location, please visit the hospital's web site at www.chiltonmemorial.org or call 1-888-CHILTON.

Artromick and MHA in Partnership to Market NEW eMAR Solution

COLUMBUS, OHIO- November, 2006 – Artromick International, Inc., a leading developer of medication management systems for over 34-years, announced today a GPO marketing partnership agreement for its NEW Artromick eMAR solution with Managed Healthcare Associates (MHA), the leading alternate site group purchasing organization for long-term care pharmacy providers.

“This partnership with MHA provides added-value to the MHA membership, and serves as an additional opportunity for Artromick to provide the market with the finest eMAR solution available in long-term care,” stated Paul Guth, President and COO of Artromick International. “We are confident the Artromick eMAR provides the MHA membership with the best long-term care eMAR available, and gives them a significant marketing tool to enhance their competitive edge and build their pharmacy business."

The Artromick eMAR was developed exclusively for the long-term care market and leverages exclusive technology to provide a feature and benefit set not available with alternative eMAR solutions. Running on a web-based platform with assured 24/7 data access, the Artromick eMAR offers long-term care pharmacy providers a low-cost of entry and unique marketing advantages to enhance their services offering to long-term care facilities.

"We looked at partnering with other eMAR vendors, but the Artromick eMAR is far superior to those we evaluated," stated Terri DiCaro, Executive Vice President at MHA. "Artromick has always provided the long-term care market with breakthrough product solutions to foster pharmacy success. Through the unique structure of this partnership, Artromick has recognized MHA’s clear leadership position in the LTC Pharmacy market. This will allow us to continue to demonstrate the value we provide to our members beyond basic GPO services.

Artromick eMAR is scheduled for market release in November at the ASCP Annual Convention and Exposition in Phoenix, Arizona. November 15th-17th, 2006.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Artromick International, Incorporated is committed to advancing medication management through continuous innovation. The result is the industry’s most comprehensive line of medication carts and systems, medication furniture and clinical workflow management software solutions. These products provide nursing and pharmacy providers with high quality, innovative medication management solutions so they, in turn, can provide the finest resident care possible. For more information, contact Artromick at (800) 848-6462 or visit the web site at www.artromick.com.

Headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, Managed Health Care Associates, Inc. (MHA) has grown to become the market leading Alternate Site GPO and Long Term Care Pharmacy Network Manager servicing the Independent LTC Pharmacy Industry. MHA’s success is driven by unparalleled member support, competitive contracts, and the ability to create sophisticated, customized, web tools and reports, designed to increase savings and promote profitability. Members utilize MHA’s services to assist in the purchasing of a complete line of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, capital equipment, and food, as well as, network access to the majority of the largest national and regional prescription drug plans managing the newly created Medicare Part D drug benefit. MHA also offers a variety of services to medical supply, pharmaceutical manufacturers and prescription drug plan organizations, including contract administration, marketing, and continuing education. For more information, contact Managed Health Care Associates at (800) 642-3020 or visit the web site at www.mhainc.com.

Artromick Developing Electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR)
Software for the Long-term Care Industry

COLUMBUS, OHIO August, 2006 – Artromick International, Inc., a leading developer of medication management solutions, announced today its initiative to introduce a benchmark eMAR solution specifically designed for Long-term Care. The Artromick eMAR sets itself apart with intuitive user interface and common-sense function.

“The Artromick eMAR ensures enhanced workflow efficiency, medication charting accuracy and a safer medication management process,” stated J.M. Romick, CEO of Artromick International. “With Artromick eMAR, long-term care facilities can enhance patient care and improve patient safety by minimizing the opportunity for medication errors. This software product was developed by a group of long-term care professionals with ease of adoption in mind. It’s intuitive touchscreen interface is not unlike interacting with an ATM machine.”

“From the Long-term Care Pharmacy perspective, Artromick eMAR’s streamlined workflow will permit the reallocation of personnel resources,” stated John DiMaggio, Vice President and General Manager, Software Products Group. Pharmacy workflow is greatly reduced by eliminating inefficiencies of paper MAR and Treatment Records. There will be fewer phone calls and inbound/outbound faxing with the nursing facility and enhancement of the medical records management process. Even time spent at the facility can be reduced by reviewing charts remotely, from anywhere, anytime – in real time.”

Artromick eMAR is currently undergoing Beta enhancements and will be available in November of this year. The product can be previewed at the AHCA convention in San Antonio, TX.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Artromick International, Incorporated is a leading developer and marketer of medication management and mobile technology systems. The Artromick ‘Comprehensive Solutions’ approach offers a unique product line of cart products that incorporate leading-edge technology and design innovations. Artromick products have defined the latest benchmarks in mobile technology, ergonomic design and cart security in both the extended care and acute care hospital market for over 30-years. For more information, contact Artromick at (800) 848-6462 or visit the web site at www.artromick.com.